Araia

This place is a treasure we’ve found in Madrid! The food was just a masterpiece! Everything was so delicious, and for me, as for Ukrainian, it was such a special experience to know that the chef is Ukrainian and find some Ukrainian ingredients in some of the dishes. The staff is spectacular, and the customer service is at the highest level. The place is so well designed and perfectly thought through. This is definitely the restaurant I’d recommend my friends to visit, and I’d go again myself!

We absolutely loved it! We were a group of 5 and we stayed in the terrace. First of all, the ambience is great, so pretty and cozy. The service is also amazing, the waiters are so so nice and friendly. Lastly, the food was out of this world- you never know what to expect, every dish is a surprise and so different from anything we’ve had before! Definitely one of my favourite spots in Madrid, will definitely be back :)

In general, the food is good but not fantastic. The best is the pumpkin spread. The tartin with duck loaf was good but unfortunately lacked a sweet touch. The monk fish tandoori was very disappointing. Though the fish was very cooked, it’s impossible to taste the fish which is totally covered by the strong taste of curry. The butifarra was a bit plain. The biggest disappointment is that the service was very very very slow. When we made the reservation, we were supposed to have only 1.5 hours for our lunch. However, every dish took almost 30 minutes to arrive. We ended up spending 2 hours to have 4 dishes and 1 dessert. In fact we were in the first round and there were very few tables. If it’s not so full, why were we bothered to put our credit card to make the reservation? The restaurant does not have the level to request a credit card reservation considering that there are so many excellent choices in Madrid which don’t ask for credit card reservations. Truly not worth the fuss!

This is a place I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. It sits at the upper end, both in quality and presentation, and delivers on every front. The dishes are inventive, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor, showing real creativity from the kitchen. On top of that, the atmosphere is simply unbeatable. A true standout that’s well worth a visit.

Amazing food. Absolutely beautiful ⭐ Very friendly staff who were so attentive. Thoroughly enjoyed our evening with friends. Would definitely visit again. Thank you

What a great place!! Located in the vivid area next to all the terraces in the square of Olavide. They also have a terrace, they have used the indoor space in a great way but there are a couple just looking at a wall but the whole place is well decorated and a lot of thought put throughout. The restaurant is a great concept with a combination of different cousins in the Mediterranean with the creation of an island as a concept. Menu might seem small but oh man is it worked through and absolutely delicious!! All the plates are sharers and believe me you want that as you want to try as many as you can. The service was exceptional with helpful and very nice, will definitely coming back and recommending to more people!

I recently visited this incredible restaurant, and it truly exceeded expectations. The story behind the menu was fascinating, and the recommendations made by the staff were spot on. Each dish offered a unique and delightful experience, from the artichokes and monkfish to the tartare, butifarra, and lamb. Every dish surpassed the other, with perfectly balanced flavors, aromas, and textures. Additionally, the wine recommendation was superb, perfectly complementing the dishes. The team was extremely knowledgeable, explaining the entire experience with passion, and the service was exceptional throughout. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a a remarkable culinary experience

Thanks Mat and team for your great hospitality. Food is top notch. Quite oriental and spiced but within comfort zone. Will definitely repeat as the menu changes often.